Bioinformatics Analyst Job at SPECTRAFORCE, North Chicago, IL

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  • SPECTRAFORCE
  • North Chicago, IL

Job Description

Job Title : Bioinformatics Analyst (Remote – Oncology)

Job Type : Contract (9 Months)

Location : Remote (U.S. based)

Max C2C Rate : $60

Interview Process : 2–3 rounds (Virtual)

Job Overview

We are seeking a Bioinformatics Analyst to support computational research initiatives in oncology drug discovery . The ideal candidate will have strong experience in NGS data analysis , R programming , and a solid understanding of cancer biology or immuno-oncology . This role is fully remote and highly collaborative, working closely with cross-functional discovery teams.

Responsibilities

  • Analyze large-scale omics datasets (e.g., RNA-seq, WES) to identify biological insights
  • Support experimental teams by advising on study design and interpreting data
  • Query public and internal cancer genomics resources
  • Communicate findings to teams with varying scientific backgrounds
  • Contribute to early- to late-stage oncology discovery programs

Required Skills & Qualifications

  • Ph.D. in Bioinformatics, Computational Biology, Genomics, Cancer Biology, or related field
  • OR Master’s with 1–3 years of industry experience
  • OR Bachelor’s with 6–8 years of relevant experience
  • Expertise in NGS analysis (RNA-seq, WES, etc.)
  • Proficiency in R (data visualization with ggplot2, plotly, etc.)
  • Experience with Linux , HPC clusters , or AWS
  • Background in oncology , with preference for immuno-oncology or immunology
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with single-cell platforms , spatial omics , CRISPR screens , or proteomics
  • Familiarity with public genomics databases: TCGA, GTEx, GEO, GDC, ENA/EBI
  • Prior experience in the pharmaceutical or biotech industry
  • Workflow/pipeline development for omics data

Job Tags

Contract work, Remote work,

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